55Really spectacular Sniffspot. We have been here many times and it's always awesome. John & Stephanie are such wonderful people and always make us feel right at home. The trails are so much fun to explore and the creek is a huge bonus for pups that love water or just need a quick drink. A beautiful setting, very peaceful and we feel totally safe here so can thoroughly enjoy our time without a care in the world. If I could give this place 10 stars, I would! ♥Susan D.
Susan D.
October 2020
Really spectacular Sniffspot. We have been here many times and it's always awesome. John & Stephanie are such wonderful people and always make us feel right at home. The trails are so much fun to explore and the creek is a huge bonus for pups that love water or just need a quick drink. A beautiful setting, very peaceful and we feel totally safe here so can thoroughly enjoy our time without a care in the world. If I could give this place 10 stars, I would! ♥
55After searching for areas close to my home I decided to take a shot at this place even though its not "in the neighborhood". I'm sure glad I did and the drive there was as beautiful as the place itself. I can't imagine a better place for my boys to go. It has everything. So much property for them to explore with woods, fields and streams. The owners has a done a beautiful job of maintaining this and making it a wonderful spot for your pets as well as for the pet owner. Nice maintained paths and wooden bridges to go over all the little streams. One stream large enough for your pet to splash through. The owners have even placed seating throughout the area. This whole area was beautiful and peaceful and the pets just loved exploring. If you have spare time....book a couple hours and pack a picnic...its that great. The hosts are very nice, helpful, and attentive. I'm going to try my best to make this a weekly outing for me and my boys. Book it, you won't regret it!!Linda G.
Linda G.
August 2020
After searching for areas close to my home I decided to take a shot at this place even though its not "in the neighborhood". I'm sure glad I did and the drive there was as beautiful as the place itself. I can't imagine a better place for my boys to go. It has everything. So much property for them to explore with woods, fields and streams. The owners has a done a beautiful job of maintaining this and making it a wonderful spot for your pets as well as for the pet owner. Nice maintained paths and wooden bridges to go over all the little streams. One stream large enough for your pet to splash through. The owners have even placed seating throughout the area. This whole area was beautiful and peaceful and the pets just loved exploring. If you have spare time....book a couple hours and pack a picnic...its that great. The hosts are very nice, helpful, and attentive. I'm going to try my best to make this a weekly outing for me and my boys. Book it, you won't regret it!!
55Amazing Sniffspot....lots of trails, grassy fields and a creek! We come here a lot and every visit is incredible. Thanks John & Stephanie!! ♥Susan D.
Susan D.
September 2020
Amazing Sniffspot....lots of trails, grassy fields and a creek! We come here a lot and every visit is incredible. Thanks John & Stephanie!! ♥
55This is nearly the perfect Sniff Spot for what my dogs enjoy! There is a large grassy area when you first enter the Sniff Spot which is partially shaded and level allowing for the pups to chase their ball or just relax in the soft grass. From the grassy area, you'll cross a bridge over a creek where the dogs enjoyed splashing around and cooling down on a hot day. Beyond that, there are numerous well maintained trails leading through the forested area and back down to another creek area. The area is not entirely fenced so you'll want to keep an eye on your dogs. We all got a lot of exercise from running up the trails and appreciated that there were several spots where we could just sit and relax when we needed a break. John and Stephanie were such wonderful hosts and welcomed us as friends. We drove over an hour from Seattle to get there but it was well worth the drive and will definitely plan on coming back here. I advise good footwear that you won't mind getting wet. Jill C.
Jill C.
September 2020
This is nearly the perfect Sniff Spot for what my dogs enjoy! There is a large grassy area when you first enter the Sniff Spot which is partially shaded and level allowing for the pups to chase their ball or just relax in the soft grass. From the grassy area, you'll cross a bridge over a creek where the dogs enjoyed splashing around and cooling down on a hot day. Beyond that, there are numerous well maintained trails leading through the forested area and back down to another creek area. The area is not entirely fenced so you'll want to keep an eye on your dogs. We all got a lot of exercise from running up the trails and appreciated that there were several spots where we could just sit and relax when we needed a break. John and Stephanie were such wonderful hosts and welcomed us as friends. We drove over an hour from Seattle to get there but it was well worth the drive and will definitely plan on coming back here. I advise good footwear that you won't mind getting wet.
55This was my second trip there and I already have a 3rd planned. The owners of this property are so nice and friendly and honestly will do everything the can to make your visit enjoying. I was still amazed at this place with the well maintained trails. We even discovered a couple new ones. It actually looks like the owners may be working on a couple more just to make the adventure more interesting for the pups to explore.
Having a couple open fields make it great for you to play with your dogs, or in my case since they are older dogs I can run with them back and forth to get their (and my) exercise. Didn't bring a toy? .....believe me...the one pup had no problem finding sticks that you can toss around and even into the creek for a "splash through the creek when they retrieve it. The creeks are awesome little spots throughout where the dogs can dip in and get a nice cool drink.
The owners have made a great little bench that can fold down to alittle picnic table if you wanted to have a nice little picnic as well. There is shaded and sunny areas. You have the place to yourself with no other dogs or people around. The drive out to this nice farm is beautiful as well.
You just can't go wrong with this place, and I can't wait to go back. Its a wonderful experience for both you and your pets.
Thank you owners Stephanie and John!!Linda G.
Linda G.
September 2020
This was my second trip there and I already have a 3rd planned. The owners of this property are so nice and friendly and honestly will do everything the can to make your visit enjoying. I was still amazed at this place with the well maintained trails. We even discovered a couple new ones. It actually looks like the owners may be working on a couple more just to make the adventure more interesting for the pups to explore.
Having a couple open fields make it great for you to play with your dogs, or in my case since they are older dogs I can run with them back and forth to get their (and my) exercise. Didn't bring a toy? .....believe me...the one pup had no problem finding sticks that you can toss around and even into the creek for a "splash through the creek when they retrieve it. The creeks are awesome little spots throughout where the dogs can dip in and get a nice cool drink.
The owners have made a great little bench that can fold down to alittle picnic table if you wanted to have a nice little picnic as well. There is shaded and sunny areas. You have the place to yourself with no other dogs or people around. The drive out to this nice farm is beautiful as well.
You just can't go wrong with this place, and I can't wait to go back. Its a wonderful experience for both you and your pets.
Thank you owners Stephanie and John!!
55Super fun Sniffspot! Really pretty woods, a creek and grassy fields. We have been here many times and it's always amazing. Such a peaceful and beautiful setting with lots to explore. Thanks John & Stephanie! ♥Susan D.
Susan D.
September 2020
Super fun Sniffspot! Really pretty woods, a creek and grassy fields. We have been here many times and it's always amazing. Such a peaceful and beautiful setting with lots to explore. Thanks John & Stephanie! ♥
55Our dogs had the time of their lives, running through the creek and woods, wrestling and doing “zoomies” in the open fields, and resting at the seating areas conveniently found around the several acres (ok, maybe the resting was more for the people!). It was a very warm day, but it was so comfortable wandering through the wooded areas and playing in the water. John and Stephanie were so nice and welcoming. Since it was our first time there, John showed us all around the areas where the dogs could roam and assured us that we wouldn’t get lost (and he was right!). Be sure to wear sturdy shoes to climb up wooded, hilly pathways and maybe bring a walking stick if you aren’t so sure-footed. We will be coming back to this Sniffspot!Linda D.
Linda D.
September 2020
Our dogs had the time of their lives, running through the creek and woods, wrestling and doing “zoomies” in the open fields, and resting at the seating areas conveniently found around the several acres (ok, maybe the resting was more for the people!). It was a very warm day, but it was so comfortable wandering through the wooded areas and playing in the water. John and Stephanie were so nice and welcoming. Since it was our first time there, John showed us all around the areas where the dogs could roam and assured us that we wouldn’t get lost (and he was right!). Be sure to wear sturdy shoes to climb up wooded, hilly pathways and maybe bring a walking stick if you aren’t so sure-footed. We will be coming back to this Sniffspot!
55This is an amazing Sniffspot. The property is beautiful, well maintained with lots of trails that are clearly marked. John and Stephanie are welcoming and helpful. The dogs and all the family members enjoy going there and we have been doing this weekly now since the end of June.Janne A.
Janne A.
July 2020
This is an amazing Sniffspot. The property is beautiful, well maintained with lots of trails that are clearly marked. John and Stephanie are welcoming and helpful. The dogs and all the family members enjoy going there and we have been doing this weekly now since the end of June.
55A beautiful open spot along with lovely grown trails. The running creek was both our Aussie’s and our favorite. The farm animals were an added perk for our viewing pleasure. Hosts were very kind, informative and friendly.Kim O.
Kim O.
July 2020
A beautiful open spot along with lovely grown trails. The running creek was both our Aussie’s and our favorite. The farm animals were an added perk for our viewing pleasure. Hosts were very kind, informative and friendly.
55I will give these lovely folks 5 stars every time we go. My pups love to run through the woods here and splash in the creek. John and Stephanie are the nicest folks and are always improving the property. CANDACE A.
CANDACE A.
July 2020
I will give these lovely folks 5 stars every time we go. My pups love to run through the woods here and splash in the creek. John and Stephanie are the nicest folks and are always improving the property.
55Really incredible place. We have been here several times and every visit is amazing. Beautiful farm and John & Stephanie are just the sweetest, most welcoming hosts ever. Cooper just loves splashing around in the creek and exploring all the trails. We feel completely secure here and always have a blast. Thank you John & Stephanie!!!! ♥♥♥Susan D.
Susan D.
May 2020
Really incredible place. We have been here several times and every visit is amazing. Beautiful farm and John & Stephanie are just the sweetest, most welcoming hosts ever. Cooper just loves splashing around in the creek and exploring all the trails. We feel completely secure here and always have a blast. Thank you John & Stephanie!!!! ♥♥♥
55This is the most beautiful Sniffspot! John showed us the property and it's just a dream-- tons of tiny trails, creeks, a hidden cabin in the middle of it all, and so much to smell and explore for a dog! If your dog isn't great at recall, you'll get a workout chasing them around, but even when Rey was out of sight, she always ran back to check on me. This is huge and technically unfenced, so do be aware of that, but we didn't have a problem. John and Stephanie were super friendly and we introduced Rey to the goats, who confounded and intrigued her. I'll be back with my whole family next time!Jessica W.
Jessica W.
May 2020
This is the most beautiful Sniffspot! John showed us the property and it's just a dream-- tons of tiny trails, creeks, a hidden cabin in the middle of it all, and so much to smell and explore for a dog! If your dog isn't great at recall, you'll get a workout chasing them around, but even when Rey was out of sight, she always ran back to check on me. This is huge and technically unfenced, so do be aware of that, but we didn't have a problem. John and Stephanie were super friendly and we introduced Rey to the goats, who confounded and intrigued her. I'll be back with my whole family next time!
55We had a really good time here. The trails are good and there were plenty of things for my dog to sniff around. Having a creek that runs through the property is a bonus. Definitely will come back. It is a great place for reactive dogs like mine. Vy V.
Vy V.
May 2020
We had a really good time here. The trails are good and there were plenty of things for my dog to sniff around. Having a creek that runs through the property is a bonus. Definitely will come back. It is a great place for reactive dogs like mine.
55This is truly an enchanting place! Easy directions and signage from the road. John welcomed us warmly and guided us through his magical farm. We had to keep Dottie leashed during the walkthrough as there were so many wonderful animals on the way, including two incredible Scottish highland cows!! Once through to the pasture it felt like we had an entire state park to ourselves. No other animals in sight. Lots of trails, bridges, and a gorgeous creek!
Extra hospitality points as John gave us a tour of his workshop and shared with us stories from his world travels. Can’t wait for him to finish the cabin, as would love to return and spend a night there. Tony T.
Tony T.
June 2020
This is truly an enchanting place! Easy directions and signage from the road. John welcomed us warmly and guided us through his magical farm. We had to keep Dottie leashed during the walkthrough as there were so many wonderful animals on the way, including two incredible Scottish highland cows!! Once through to the pasture it felt like we had an entire state park to ourselves. No other animals in sight. Lots of trails, bridges, and a gorgeous creek!
Extra hospitality points as John gave us a tour of his workshop and shared with us stories from his world travels. Can’t wait for him to finish the cabin, as would love to return and spend a night there.
55We love it here!! The farm itself is just adorable....the animals are so precious milling around all together in the same pasture, happy as can be and Stephanie & John are just such kind, welcoming hosts. It's a really fun time from the moment we get here until the very last second before we leave. The Sniffspot itself is so pretty with loads of trails to explore, a creek to splash around in and lots of cool sights to take in. We love it here, rain or shine. ♥Susan D.
Susan D.
June 2020
We love it here!! The farm itself is just adorable....the animals are so precious milling around all together in the same pasture, happy as can be and Stephanie & John are just such kind, welcoming hosts. It's a really fun time from the moment we get here until the very last second before we leave. The Sniffspot itself is so pretty with loads of trails to explore, a creek to splash around in and lots of cool sights to take in. We love it here, rain or shine. ♥
How do Milwaukie's private dog hiking trails work?
Private rentals by the hour
Our hosts are locals that are renting their yards and private land to dog owners
Trust and safety first
Spots are designed for safety and both hosts and guests are reviewed after each visit
Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit
Reactive dogs welcome
Many of the spots we list are designed with sensitive dogs in mind
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FAQ about our Milwaukie dog hiking trails
Are dog hiking trails safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, inattentive owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than a city or county park. With a Sniffspot off-leash area all bookings are private for just you and dogs you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). All Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars. Our hiking trails tend to be outside the city, which lends to more privacy, but it is also important to follow typical hiking safety precautions, such as potentially having trail maps.
How can I find dog hiking trails in Milwaukie?
There are 15 dog hiking trails in the Milwaukie area. The most popular dog hiking trail is Tail Waggers. You can browse all of our dog hiking trails here.
How do I know if a dog hiking trail works for my dog?
Sniffspot provides the tools to find the ideal spot. Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing 6 feet tall and distractions, to find a dog park with trails that works for your dog. You can also filter by size if you are looking for a certain acre park, an expansive off-leash dog park. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog hiking trails. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog hiking trails where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. Since you are looking for trails, make sure to check photos to see if it the spot has flat trails or gnarly trails. You can also browse by specific amenities, if you are looking for a view or a beach, for instance, or other activities or fun features. You can check whether the spot has off or on street parking, the regular park hours, whether it has paved trails or a modern restroom.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog hiking trail?
In order to hike the trails, we require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not permit dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot hiking trail at the same time as me?
Sniffspot only allows one booking at a time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between bookings.
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